's Gravenhaegse Maendagse Na-Courant van 10 maart 1766 over de installatie van Willem V als erfstadhouder Possibly 1766
stephanusdegroot
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colouring book
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type repetition
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rippled sketch texture
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aged paper
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page thumbnail
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thick colouring
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old engraving style
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hand drawn type
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pen work
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coloring book page
This engraving by Stephanus de Groot, titled "'s Gravenhaegse Maendagse Na-Courant van 10 maart 1766 over de installatie van Willem V als erfstadhouder," is a Dutch broadside, a large printed sheet that features news and announcements. The broadside commemorates the installation of Willem V as Stadholder of the Dutch Republic in 1766. The artwork features elaborate decorative elements, such as a heraldic coat of arms and a winged figure, framing a section of text. This broadside, measuring 458 mm by 370 mm, is a prime example of early Dutch printing, highlighting the importance of public announcements and news in the 18th century.
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